North West

So you’ve booked the wedding, and the first thing on your friends’ minds? The stag and hen parties, obviously.

With a range of budgets, people living in different parts of the country and work/family life making availability an issue, it can be a real headache trying to decide what to do and arrange an event. So at Vows & Venues, we’ve done some of the research for you by checking out unusual stag and hen parties which won’t break the bank…

Camping and glamping​

Glamping is more popular than ever before, with a new survey revealing 10% of holiday park visitors are tent dwellers. For those not into roughing it, a pod or treehouse can offer pretty much the same luxury as a hotel room.

A hotel and golf club which offers choice and flexibility against a stunning countryside backdrop – what more could you want in a venue? Our editor Victoria Galligan stayed the night to experience the relaxing vibe at Wychwood Park…

Imagine getting married in lush green surroundings, with the rolling countryside peering up above the sprawling golf course in front of you and your guests as you gather in the sun on a beautiful veranda. You’d be forgiven for thinking you were in Florida at one of Tiger Woods’s old haunts – but this is the reality of a wedding at Wychwood Park Hotel & Golf Club, right here in the north west of England.  

Vows and Venues is now available in a Sainsburys store near you.

Have a look at this great display in the Upton store (apologies for the poor quality - we were too excited to see our magazine on display).

It’s fantastic that we’re in collaboration with Sainsburys to bring you Vows & Venues, especially as the feedback is that customers are snapping up their copy! We are already hearing that advertisers are getting enquiries and bookings too!

Vows and Venues is the essential guide for any bride-to-be which will help to take the stress out of planning your special day.  We feature spectacular venues, provide inspiration for style and beauty and showcase dress designers, jewellers and florists.

Welcome to Vows and Venues magazine the essential guide to planning the perfect wedding from inception to completion. We want to showcase the best venues, independent businesses and wedding services our area has to offer the discerning bride and groom.  Vows and Venues is an elegant and stylish 'must read' for any bride-to-be and wedding planner, providing them with the best information to help plan the big day.